University of Northumbria2 days agoActor and cricketer given degree honoursActress Jill Halfpenny and England cricketer Mark Wood are recognised by Northumbria University.2 days ago6 days agoCity centre bridge could close for five yearsThe walkway over Durant Road in Newcastle falls within the footprint of a university building site.6 days ago17 Jun 2026University given £1.3m for diabetes care trial Northumbria University is working with GP practices to improve care for diabetes patients under 40.17 Jun 202610 May 2026Students tasked with planning shipbuilding museumCampaigners hope to create a permanent tribute to the north-east of England's shipbuilding heritage.10 May 202614 Apr 2026Space mystery researchers secure £4m fundingNorthumbria University will study radiation which affects GPS navigation and weather forecasting.14 Apr 202620 Feb 2026Repair hub helps charity become more sustainableSt Oswald's Hospice repair hub is saving hundreds of donated clothes from landfill. 20 Feb 202613 Feb 2026University staff strike over pension rowStaff are taking part in 10 days of strikes after being told to switch pension schemes.13 Feb 202613 Jan 2026National writing centre to get £1m boostThe grant should allow for the Newcastle building housing the centre to be bought.13 Jan 20267 Jan 2026'Winning Polar Medal together is doubly nice'Prof John Woodward at Northumbria University is also a winner of this year's Polar Medal.7 Jan 2026...
